smoking xerostomia
smoking xerostomia
Xerostomia… Can this be caused by years of wind?
Xerostomia… Can this be caused by years of wind?
I know this is just a fancy word for cotton mouth that gives you cavities. I used to ride a motorcycle. For years it was my only means of transportation. I have clear cavities and constantly cracking teeth, even though I brush 4 times a day. Could this constant wind in my face and mouth have given me this extreme form of drymouh? I do not do drugs, smoke or eat a lot of sugar, but my teeth are getting worse.I do have healthy gums, my dentist can’t understand it and I cant afford to go to an Oral surgon or specalist to find out.
Xerostomia has numerous possible causes:
It may be a sign of an underlying disease, such as Sjogren’s syndrome, poorly controlled diabetes, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome.
Other potential causes include:
anxiety
medications
consumption of alcoholic beverages,
physical trauma to the salivary glands or their ducts or nerves
dehydration caused by lack of sufficient fluids
excessive breathing through the mouth
previous radiation therapy
it can also be a natural result of aging (the vast majority of elderly individuals will suffer xerostomia to some degree)
playing or exercising a long time outside on a hot day
Xerostomia is a common side-effect of various drugs such as cannabis, amphetamines, antihistamines, and some antidepressants.
There are a number of treatment options available.
Treatment involves fixing correctable causes, if possible. However, most of the time it is not possible to correct the xerostomia itself. Treatment focuses,then, on relieving the symptoms and preventing cavities.
People with xerostomia should avoid the use of decongestants and antihistamines. They should sip sugarless fluids frequently. Chewing xylitol-containing gum has been proven to increase salivary flow and reduce cavities. Using a carboxymethyl cellulose saliva substitute as a mouthwash may help.
Drinking water when there is another cause of the xerostomia besides dehydration may bring little to no relief and can even make the dry mouth more uncomfortable.
Paying careful attention to oral hygiene is especially important. Increasing your frequency of professional cleanings with a hygienist to once every three months may be recommended.
The wind blowing on your teeth if you are riding your motorcycle now may dry out your mouth. It is unlikely that the effects of wind from years ago is causing your mouth to be dry now.
smoking xerostomia
Bad Breath Causes Exposed
There is nothing worse than being near someone that has bad breath. For a majority of people ( 85 to 90%) bad breath, or halitosis as it is also called, is produced from oral bacteria. That waft of the offensive smell is very off-putting. In most instances, the person with the offensive smell has no idea that they are suffering from this problem. But what are bad breath causes? This article outlines the five common causes of this annoying problem.
The top five bad breath causes are:
#1 – Food – What you eat wi ll directly affect on your breath. Some foods can be worse than others and they all affect people in different ways. However the most common offending foods include garlic, onions and some spicy foods. Also a diet with a lot of protein.
There are many foods with high protein – meat, fish seafood, eggs and dairy foods are obvious examples. The bad breath is the waste products ( volatile sulfur compounds) that are produced by bacteria as they consume protein. Therefore the bacteria in our mouth is feeding on the protein we consume.
#2 – Dry Mouth – Also known as xerostomia is one of the main bad breath causes. This is caused in a few ways including the altering of the pH balance in the mouth and produces an environment that is much more conducive to the growth of anaerobic bacteria. Because there is less saliva the flushing and cleansing benefits of saliva is reduced – bacteria is more concentrated in the saliva especially in the accumulation of bacteria and cellular debris in the oral cavity. Also, when we sleep we don’t produce as much saliva. That is why you wil often notice that you breath smell is worse in the morning. Common causes of xerostomia include ageing, insufficient fluid intake, using alcohol based mouth rinses, and numerous medications.
#3 – Smoking – The tar and nicotine gets stuck in your mouth if you are a smoker, especially on the tongue and teeth. It also relates to number 2 of this article – dry mouth that is also produced by smoking. Smoking also increases the temperature in the mouth, causing damage to the oral tissues in the mouth.
#4 – Teeth Diseases – Many teeth diseases including decay in the mouth can produce that bad smell, including periodontal disease (gum disease). This is a bacterial infraction that is located in the tissue that surround the teeth. Often the bacteria resides so deep in the tissue that a person cannot effectively cleanse them. These pockets are an idea place for the bacteria to live. However, you can make sure that you floss regularly and also brush your teeth, and if the problem continues then it is best to visit your dentist.
#5 – Sinus – This can also affect the quality of a persons breath because the postnasal drip that is created by sinus conditions and allergies can deposit onto the bad portion of a person’s tongue. This discharge can have a bad smell and taste. As well, bacteria can feed on this discharge, thus adding to the bad breath problem.
If you think you have halitosis, or if you are a sufferer,then go to your dentist or doctor for further help. or go buy a guide on the topic. There are many great guides available online to download.
About the Author
Simon Lenty is a bad breath expert.
For more great tips on bad breath causes, visit http://badbreathcuresecrets.com
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